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Jostein Gaarder

Jostein Gaarder

August 8, 1952

Jostein Gaarder is a Norwegian author who frequently writes from the perspective of children, exploring their sense of wonder about the world. His works often employ metafiction, weaving stories within stories. Gaarder, hailing from a pedagogical background, delves into philosophical questions, often presenting them through engaging narratives. His writings encourage readers to contemplate the complexities of existence and our place within it.